Press Release
NEW YORK – Through March 30, the Central Park Conservancy encourages local artists to apply to the 2026 Harlem Meer Performance Festival (HMPF). The summer series takes place outside at the Charles A. Dana Discovery Center, against a stunning backdrop of the Harlem Meer. Since 1993, the HMPF has showcased local talent and offered free, family-friendly programming to the Harlem community and beyond.
Last year, the Conservancy welcomed over 3,600 attendees to sing, dance, and join the fun – complete a submission by March 30 through the online application for this year’s festival!
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About the Central Park Conservancy
The Central Park Conservancy is a private, not-for-profit organization that manages Central Park and is responsible for raising the Park's annual operating budget. The Conservancy’s staff of 400 is responsible for all aspects of the Park’s stewardship, from day-to-day maintenance and operations to continued restoration and rebuilding projects. Additionally, the Conservancy operates the Park’s visitor centers, provides public programs, and serves as a resource for other NYC parks and for public-private partnerships around the world. For more information, please visit centralparknyc.org.